Recalls for 2020 Freightliner Cascadia
38 total recalls found.
DEFECT #1 - AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Posted on: 2019-02-08Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2018-2020 freightliner cascadia vehicles equipped with an optional steering wheel air bag. The driver's frontal air bag may deploy unexpectedly.
Consequence
If the driver's frontal air bag deploys unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Daimler trucks north america (dtna) will notify owners, and dealers will remove the air bag as an the interim remedy, free of charge. Dtna is developing a remedy program, which when available, will be communicated to customers and dealers. Dtna issued owners an interim notification on april 5, 2019. The recall began july 19, 2019. Owners may contact daimler trucks customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl806. This recall supersedes recall 18v-787.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Safercar. Gov
DEFECT #2 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
Posted on: 2019-02-28Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2020 freightliner cascadia vehicles equipped with an icu3s instrument cluster and a dt12 automated manual transmission. When the transmission is shifted out of the neutral (n) position, the instrument cluster will continue to display the n position.
Consequence
The incorrect gear selection display may cause the operator to falsely assume that the truck is in neutral, possibly resulting in the truck moving unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Daimler trucks north america (dtna) will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain controller so that the correct gear selection displays in the instrument cluster, free of charge. The recall began august 7,2019. Owners can contact dtna's customer service at 1-800-745-8000. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-808.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Safercar. Gov
DEFECT #3 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Posted on: 2019-02-28Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2020 freightliner cascadia vehicles equipped with an icu3s instrument cluster and a dt12 automated manual transmission. When the transmission is shifted out of the neutral (n) position, the instrument cluster will continue to display the n position.
Consequence
The incorrect gear selection display may cause the operator to falsely assume that the truck is in neutral, possibly resulting in the truck moving unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Daimler trucks north america (dtna) will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain controller so that the correct gear selection displays in the instrument cluster, free of charge. The recall began august 7,2019. Owners can contact dtna's customer service at 1-800-745-8000. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-808.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Safercar. Gov
DEFECT #4 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
Posted on: 2020-03-04Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2019-2020 freightliner 108sd, 114sd, cascadia, business class m2, western star 4700 and 5700, freightliner custom chassis s2, custom chassis xb, and custom chassis xc vehicles equipped with air disc brakes. The brake caliper mounting bolts may have been insufficiently tightened.
Consequence
Loose brake caliper mounting bolts can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the vehicles, free of charge. The recall began may 1, 2020. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-845.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Safercar. Gov
DEFECT #5 - SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:SPINDLE
Posted on: 2020-10-28Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2020-2021 freightliner cascadia, 2021 freightliner 108sd, 114sd and business class m2 and western star 4700, 4900 and 5700 vehicles. The steer axle spindle nut snap-ring locking feature may be incorrectly installed or missing from the left spindle nut at the spindle.
Consequence
A missing or improperly installed locking snap ring can result in wheel-end failure and potentially a wheel-off/separation condition, increasing the risk of crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the hub cap plug, and reinstall or replace of the snap-ring as needed, free of charge. The recall began december 18, 2020. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-866.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Safercar. Gov
DEFECT #6 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Posted on: 2020-09-21Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2021 cascadia p4 vehicles. The brake lights may remain illuminated after the brake pedal has been released.
Consequence
If the brake lights remain illuminated, drivers may be unaware when the truck is actually slowing or stopping, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the 3-pin brake pressure switch with a 2-pin brake pressure switch along with a jumper harness, free of charge. Dtna issued owners an interim notification on november 17, 2020. Owner notification letters were mailed on november 21, 2021. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-863.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Safercar. Gov
DEFECT #7 - SERVICE BRAKES
Posted on: 2019-07-25Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2019-2020 freightliner cascadia vehicles equipped with a certain 40k light weight extra duty airliner suspension and 51 inch axle spacing configuration. The brake airlines may be damaged due to inadequate clearance between the ride height control valve and the brake airlines.
Consequence
Damage to the brake airlines can cause reduced brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will install a new bracket for the height control valve to add additional clearance for the brake airlines, free of charge. The recall began september 16, 2019. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-820.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Safercar. Gov
DEFECT #8 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CHAMBER
Posted on: 2019-11-08Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2020 freightliner cascadia vehicles. Due to inadequate clearance between the brake chambers and the frame rail, the brake chambers can contact the frame rail and cause brake chamber to detach or be damaged.
Consequence
A detached brake chamber can cause reduced brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna reports that all affected vehicles have been remedied, therefore owner notifications will not be sent. The recall began on november 7, 2019. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-837.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Safercar. Gov
DEFECT #9 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:QUICK RELEASE VALVE
Posted on: 2020-07-02Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2021 freightliner cascadia tractor trailers. The single brake modulator valve may be affected by chemical corrosion which can slow down the release timing and cause the brakes to pull to the affected side during automatic braking events.
Consequence
Brakes that pull to one side during automatic braking events may cause a sudden change in vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front left and right single brake modulator valves will be replaced and spacers added, free of charge. The recall began august 28, 2020. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-855.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Safercar. Gov
DEFECT #10 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Posted on: 2020-04-15Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2006-2020 freightliner columbia, 2006-2021 freightliner business class m2, 2007-2020 freightliner coronado, 2014-2021 freightliner 122 sd, 2007 sterling a 9500, 2006 freightliner argosy, 2006-2007 sterling at9500, 2008-2021 freightliner cascadia, 2006-2008 freightliner classic, 2006-2011 freightliner century class, 2006-2010 freightliner fld, and 2017 western star 5700 vehicles. The rear reflective tape may be partially covered by the mudflap hanger bracket, which may reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers on the road. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence
The vehicle's rearward visibility may be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and reposition the reflective tape to ensure that it is completely visible, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began may 29, 2020. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl848.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Safercar. Gov
DEFECT #11 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT
Posted on: 2019-10-07Description
Daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2018-2020 freightliner cascadia vehicles. The abs electronic control unit (ecu) may not detect an incorrectly functioning solenoid valve for the abs/esc module during certain low voltage start conditions, potentially causing the abs/esc malfunction indicator not to illuminate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 121, air brake systems and number 136, electronic stability control systems on heavy vehicles.
Consequence
Without the alert, an operator may not be aware of an active abs/esc malfunction and unknowingly operate the vehicle with reduced abs/esc function, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the abs/esc module, free of charge. The recall began december 2, 2019. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-830.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Safercar. Gov
DEFECT #12 - TIRES
Posted on: 2021-01-14Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2020-2022 freightliner cascadia sleeper trucks equipped with bridgestone r284, r268, or r283s ecopia steer axle tires in conjunction with a specific air dam. The steer tires may experience tread separation or blow-outs while driving.
Consequence
Tread separation and/or blow-outs while driving may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steer tires, free of charge. The recall began march 10, 2021. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl872.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Safercar. Gov
DEFECT #13 - TIRES:TREAD/BELT
Posted on: 2021-01-14Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2020-2022 freightliner cascadia sleeper trucks equipped with bridgestone r284, r268, or r283s ecopia steer axle tires in conjunction with a specific air dam. The steer tires may experience tread separation or blow-outs while driving.
Consequence
Tread separation and/or blow-outs while driving may result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steer tires, free of charge. The recall began march 10, 2021. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl872.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Safercar. Gov
DEFECT #14 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:BULBS
Posted on: 2021-05-17Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2022 freightliner cascadia vehicles equipped with halogen headlight assemblies. The halogen headlight bulb may dislodge during replacement and contact other vehicle components, possibly causing them to melt.
Consequence
Melting components can increase the risk of fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install a foam grommet, cut a 4-inch access hole into the inner fender, and add a warning label on both fenders, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on july 9, 2021. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-887.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Nhtsa. Gov
DEFECT #15 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Posted on: 2022-05-16Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2020 freightliner cascadia, 2020-2022 western star 4700 and 5700, 2022 western star 4900, and 2020-2023 freightliner new cascadia vehicles. The gross axle weight rating (gawr) listed on the federal certification label is incorrect, which can allow the vehicle to be overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 cfr part 567, certification.
Consequence
An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will be replace the gawr labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed july 14, 2022. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-933.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Nhtsa. Gov
DEFECT #16 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
Posted on: 2021-06-28Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2019-2022 freightliner cascadia p4, 2021 western star wh126, 2020 western star wj121, and 2021-2022 western star 49x vehicles. The battery cable terminal may break, resulting in a loss of electrical power and unintended engine stall.
Consequence
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will repair or replace the battery cables, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on january 7, 2022. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-893.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Nhtsa. Gov
DEFECT #17 - STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTION
Posted on: 2021-09-03Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2019 freightliner classic cascadia and 2019-2021 freightliner cascadia trucks. The drag link taper joint may not have been tightened sufficiently and could come loose, resulting in a complete separation of the drag link from the steering arm.
Consequence
Drag link separation can cause a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will inspect the drag link taper joint and repair it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on october 29, 2021. Owners may contact dtna's customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-900.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Nhtsa. Gov
DEFECT #18 - STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTION
Posted on: 2021-09-03Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2019 freightliner classic cascadia and 2019-2021 freightliner cascadia trucks. The drag link taper joint may not have been tightened sufficiently and could come loose, resulting in a complete separation of the drag link from the steering arm.
Consequence
Drag link separation can cause a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will inspect the drag link taper joint and repair it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on october 29, 2021. Owners may contact dtna's customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-900.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Nhtsa. Gov
DEFECT #19 - STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTION
Posted on: 2021-09-03Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2019 freightliner classic cascadia and 2019-2021 freightliner cascadia trucks. The drag link taper joint may not have been tightened sufficiently and could come loose, resulting in a complete separation of the drag link from the steering arm.
Consequence
Drag link separation can cause a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will inspect the drag link taper joint and repair it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on october 29, 2021. Owners may contact dtna's customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-900.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Nhtsa. Gov
DEFECT #20 - STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTION
Posted on: 2021-09-03Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2019 freightliner classic cascadia and 2019-2021 freightliner cascadia trucks. The drag link taper joint may not have been tightened sufficiently and could come loose, resulting in a complete separation of the drag link from the steering arm.
Consequence
Drag link separation can cause a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will inspect the drag link taper joint and repair it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on october 29, 2021. Owners may contact dtna's customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-900.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Nhtsa. Gov
DEFECT #21 - STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTION
Posted on: 2021-09-03Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2019 freightliner classic cascadia and 2019-2021 freightliner cascadia trucks. The drag link taper joint may not have been tightened sufficiently and could come loose, resulting in a complete separation of the drag link from the steering arm.
Consequence
Drag link separation can cause a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will inspect the drag link taper joint and repair it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on october 29, 2021. Owners may contact dtna's customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-900.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Nhtsa. Gov
DEFECT #22 - STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTION
Posted on: 2021-09-03Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2019 freightliner classic cascadia and 2019-2021 freightliner cascadia trucks. The drag link taper joint may not have been tightened sufficiently and could come loose, resulting in a complete separation of the drag link from the steering arm.
Consequence
Drag link separation can cause a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will inspect the drag link taper joint and repair it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on october 29, 2021. Owners may contact dtna's customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-900.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Nhtsa. Gov
DEFECT #23 - STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTION
Posted on: 2021-09-03Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2019 freightliner classic cascadia and 2019-2021 freightliner cascadia trucks. The drag link taper joint may not have been tightened sufficiently and could come loose, resulting in a complete separation of the drag link from the steering arm.
Consequence
Drag link separation can cause a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will inspect the drag link taper joint and repair it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on october 29, 2021. Owners may contact dtna's customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-900.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Nhtsa. Gov
DEFECT #24 - STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTION
Posted on: 2021-09-03Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2019 freightliner classic cascadia and 2019-2021 freightliner cascadia trucks. The drag link taper joint may not have been tightened sufficiently and could come loose, resulting in a complete separation of the drag link from the steering arm.
Consequence
Drag link separation can cause a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will inspect the drag link taper joint and repair it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on october 29, 2021. Owners may contact dtna's customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-900.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Nhtsa. Gov
DEFECT #25 - STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTION
Posted on: 2021-09-03Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2019 freightliner classic cascadia and 2019-2021 freightliner cascadia trucks. The drag link taper joint may not have been tightened sufficiently and could come loose, resulting in a complete separation of the drag link from the steering arm.
Consequence
Drag link separation can cause a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will inspect the drag link taper joint and repair it as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on october 29, 2021. Owners may contact dtna's customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-900.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Nhtsa. Gov
DEFECT #26 - ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Posted on: 2023-04-27Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain short wheelbase 2020-2024 freightliner cascadia, 2021-2024 freightliner m2 business class, 2022 western star 4700, and 2020 freightliner classic cascadia vehicles. The vehicle is equipped with an electronic stability control system and tire combination that may understeer during a j-turn. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 136, electronic stability control systems on heavy vehicles.
Consequence
Understeering during a j-turn may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will replace the tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed june 19, 2023. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl971.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Nhtsa. Gov
DEFECT #27 - ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Posted on: 2023-04-27Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain short wheelbase 2020-2024 freightliner cascadia, 2021-2024 freightliner m2 business class, 2022 western star 4700, and 2020 freightliner classic cascadia vehicles. The vehicle is equipped with an electronic stability control system and tire combination that may understeer during a j-turn. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 136, electronic stability control systems on heavy vehicles.
Consequence
Understeering during a j-turn may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will replace the tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed june 19, 2023. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl971.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Nhtsa. Gov
DEFECT #28 - ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Posted on: 2023-04-27Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain short wheelbase 2020-2024 freightliner cascadia, 2021-2024 freightliner m2 business class, 2022 western star 4700, and 2020 freightliner classic cascadia vehicles. The vehicle is equipped with an electronic stability control system and tire combination that may understeer during a j-turn. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 136, electronic stability control systems on heavy vehicles.
Consequence
Understeering during a j-turn may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will replace the tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed june 19, 2023. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl971.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Nhtsa. Gov
DEFECT #29 - ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Posted on: 2023-04-27Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain short wheelbase 2020-2024 freightliner cascadia, 2021-2024 freightliner m2 business class, 2022 western star 4700, and 2020 freightliner classic cascadia vehicles. The vehicle is equipped with an electronic stability control system and tire combination that may understeer during a j-turn. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 136, electronic stability control systems on heavy vehicles.
Consequence
Understeering during a j-turn may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will replace the tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed june 19, 2023. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl971.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Nhtsa. Gov
DEFECT #30 - ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Posted on: 2023-04-27Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain short wheelbase 2020-2024 freightliner cascadia, 2021-2024 freightliner m2 business class, 2022 western star 4700, and 2020 freightliner classic cascadia vehicles. The vehicle is equipped with an electronic stability control system and tire combination that may understeer during a j-turn. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 136, electronic stability control systems on heavy vehicles.
Consequence
Understeering during a j-turn may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will replace the tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed june 19, 2023. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl971.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Nhtsa. Gov
DEFECT #31 - ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Posted on: 2023-04-27Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain short wheelbase 2020-2024 freightliner cascadia, 2021-2024 freightliner m2 business class, 2022 western star 4700, and 2020 freightliner classic cascadia vehicles. The vehicle is equipped with an electronic stability control system and tire combination that may understeer during a j-turn. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 136, electronic stability control systems on heavy vehicles.
Consequence
Understeering during a j-turn may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will replace the tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed june 19, 2023. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl971.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Nhtsa. Gov
DEFECT #32 - FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
Posted on: 2022-11-02Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2023 freightliner cascadia, 2020-2022 freightliner business class m2, and 2022 freightliner 114sd, and 2020-2023 western star 49x, 2021-2023 western star 47x, and 2021-2022 western star 57x vehicles. The brake modulator valves on the front axle may corrode and cause the vehicle to pull to the affected side during an adaptive cruise control (acc) braking event.
Consequence
Brakes that pull to one side during an acc braking event may cause a sudden change in vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and replace the front brake modulator valves, as necessary. Some vehicles will have a software update which will alert driver when a replacement is required. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning october 16, 2023. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-958. This recall expands and replaces previous recall 20v-390. All vehicles previously repaired under recall 20v-390 will need to have the new remedy performed.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Nhtsa. Gov
DEFECT #33 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:MODULATOR
Posted on: 2022-11-02Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2023 freightliner cascadia, 2020-2022 freightliner business class m2, and 2022 freightliner 114sd, and 2020-2023 western star 49x, 2021-2023 western star 47x, and 2021-2022 western star 57x vehicles. The brake modulator valves on the front axle may corrode and cause the vehicle to pull to the affected side during an adaptive cruise control (acc) braking event.
Consequence
Brakes that pull to one side during an acc braking event may cause a sudden change in vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and replace the front brake modulator valves, as necessary. Some vehicles will have a software update which will alert driver when a replacement is required. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning october 16, 2023. Dtna's number for this recall is fl-958. This recall expands and replaces previous recall 20v-390. All vehicles previously repaired under recall 20v-390 will need to have the new remedy performed.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Nhtsa. Gov
DEFECT #34 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Posted on: 2023-03-29Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2020-2021 freightliner cascadia and western star 49x vehicles. The hazard warning lights may flash improperly during an advanced braking assist event. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence
Hazard warning lights that flash improperly may cause confusion for other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will update the software controlling the hazard warning lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed may 18, 2023. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl851.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Nhtsa. Gov
DEFECT #35 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS
Posted on: 2023-03-29Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2020-2021 freightliner cascadia and western star 49x vehicles. The hazard warning lights may flash improperly during an advanced braking assist event. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence
Hazard warning lights that flash improperly may cause confusion for other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will update the software controlling the hazard warning lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed may 18, 2023. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl851.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Nhtsa. Gov
DEFECT #36 - STEERING:LINKAGES:DRAG:LINK:CONNECTION
Posted on: 2023-02-21Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2019-2021 freightliner 108sd, 114sd, 122sd, columbia, coronado, business class m2, and 2020 freightliner cascadia vehicles. The drag link taper joint may not have been tightened sufficiently and could come loose, resulting in a complete separation of the drag link from the steering arm.
Consequence
Drag link separation can cause a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dtna will inspect the drag link taper joint and repair it, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed april 21, 2023. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl967. This recall expands recall number 21v-689.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Nhtsa. Gov
DEFECT #37 - ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Posted on: 2023-02-13Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2023 freightliner cascadia, 2020-2023 western star 49x, 2021-2023 western star 47x, and 2022 freightliner 114sd vehicles. The brake modulator valves on the front axle may corrode and cause the vehicle to pull to the affected side during braking initiated by electronic stability control (esc) or roll stability control (rsc).
Consequence
Brakes that pull to one side may cause a sudden change in vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and replace the front brake modulator valves, as necessary. Some vehicles will have a software update which will alert driver when a replacement is required. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning october 13, 2023. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl966.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Nhtsa. Gov
DEFECT #38 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:MODULATOR
Posted on: 2023-02-13Description
Daimler trucks north america, llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2017-2023 freightliner cascadia, 2020-2023 western star 49x, 2021-2023 western star 47x, and 2022 freightliner 114sd vehicles. The brake modulator valves on the front axle may corrode and cause the vehicle to pull to the affected side during braking initiated by electronic stability control (esc) or roll stability control (rsc).
Consequence
Brakes that pull to one side may cause a sudden change in vehicle direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and replace the front brake modulator valves, as necessary. Some vehicles will have a software update which will alert driver when a replacement is required. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed beginning october 13, 2023. Owners may contact dtna customer service at 1-800-547-0712. Dtna's number for this recall is fl966.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www. Nhtsa. Gov
